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SB 1446

Modifies provisions relating to special elections to fill vacancies in the General Assembly

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Barbara Washington

SB 1446 modifies Missouri special election procedures for filling vacant General Assembly seats, affecting candidate eligibility, election timing, and representation gaps.

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Bill Summary · SB 1446

Legislative bill overview

SB 1446 modifies the procedures and provisions governing special elections held to fill vacant seats in the Missouri General Assembly. The bill adjusts timelines, eligibility requirements, or operational processes related to how these interim elections are conducted when a legislator leaves office before their term expires.

Why is this important

Special election procedures directly affect democratic representation by determining how quickly constituents can regain full legislative representation and who is eligible to run. These rules influence both the cost of elections and the practical ability of candidates to campaign and win these time-sensitive races.

Potential points of contention

  • Timeline concerns: Modifications to election scheduling could either expedite representation (benefiting constituents) or compress campaigns (disadvantaging challengers with less preparation time)
  • Eligibility changes: Alterations to candidate qualifications might expand or restrict who can run, affecting competitive access to office
  • Cost implications: Changes to special election procedures could shift financial burdens between state, county, or local election authorities

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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